Sepsis

usgb/ˈsepsɪs/
noun

A life-threatening condition that happens when an infection in your body goes into your bloodstream, causing your immune system to overreact.

The doctor said the patient's infection had worsened and developed into sepsis.
Visual representation of "sepsis" - A life-threatening condition that happens when an infection in your body goes into your bloodstream, causing your immune system to overreact.

Often appears as...

  • develop into sepsis
  • diagnose with sepsis
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Urgent Tone

Discussing sepsis often conveys urgency due to its life-threatening nature.

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We must act now to treat the sepsis.
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Medical Settings

Sepsis is mainly used in medical or health-related discussions.

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Her condition was diagnosed as sepsis by the hospital staff.
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Serious Subject

When sepsis is mentioned, it's a serious topic and may cause worry or concern.

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Hearing the word 'sepsis' made her family anxious.
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